Can a person who suffers from hypotension or hypertension fast in Ramadan?
A person who suffers high blood pressure but whose blood pressure is well regulated by his treatment can fast. But she may need to talk to her doctor about it so that he can adapt the treatment and the schedule for taking it.
A person who suffers hypotension but who is in good health must above all make sure that she drinks enough water and that she eats enough salt when she breaks the fast.
Can you do Ramadan while being diabetic?
People who suffer from diabetes but who are in good shape thanks, in particular, to their lifestyle and their treatment, can do Ramadan. But it is advisable to talk to the doctor about it so that the latter anticipates any hypoglycemia attacks and adjusts the medical treatment according to this long period of fasting.
On the meal side, in the morning it is necessary to favor the consumption of slow sugars such as wheat or semolina which will stabilize blood sugar. And in the evening start by eating fast sugars which will quickly increase blood sugar (fruits for example) before eating. Note that diabetics who need regular doses of insulin to control their blood sugar should not fast.
Can a person with migraine to fast without problem?
People who suffer from violent migraines uncontrolled should not do the fast as it may trigger seizures. The priority is to find the right treatment who will control migraines before thinking about doing Ramadan.
From what age can children fast?
Fasting is not recommended for children under 7 or 8 years old. Beyond that, children must be made to understand what this entails and start by making them fast for several hours and not a full day. From adolescence, children can do Ramadan alongside their parents.
